Alarms and Anti-Theft Devices Imagine going to the place where you parked your vehicle the previous night but finding that a thief had stolen it. In some cities, and even in towns and smaller communities, vehicle theft can be a major problem, causing trouble and expense for the owners of the vehicles, as well as… Continue reading Alarms and Anti-Theft Devices
Category: Vehicle
Air Conditioner and Heater Vents
Air Conditioner and Heater Vents Driving in a vehicle without heating or cooling systems could be extremely unpleasant. Shivering or sweating for the length of a trip is uncomfortable, besides potentially adding to the dangers of distracted driving as the occupants try to warm up or stay cool. Heaters are also important for defrosting and… Continue reading Air Conditioner and Heater Vents
Brake Pedal
Brake Pedal Many parts of a vehicle are important for comfort and safety, but two are essential for helping the vehicle to function properly: the accelerator and the brake pedals. When cars, vans, or trucks move along the road, drivers need some way of stopping them, whether something is in the way or they have… Continue reading Brake Pedal
Accelerator Pedal
Accelerator Pedal Every part of a vehicle has a function, but one of the most obvious ones is the accelerator. Without the accelerator, vehicles would just stay in place instead of moving forward. Knowing how accelerators work and what can affect them is important for keeping this very important piece working properly. All vehicles come… Continue reading Accelerator Pedal
Manual Versus Automatic Transmission
Manual Versus Automatic Transmission Buying a vehicle involves many important decisions, including size, model, manufacturer, and colour. For some people, however, the biggest decision is between manual or automatic transmissions. Although finding a manual transmission vehicle is harder than it used to be, buyers should still consider their options carefully and decide what is best… Continue reading Manual Versus Automatic Transmission
Parking Brakes
Parking Brakes Movement is an essential part of driving, whether the vehicle is going forwards or backwards. Still, stopping and parking can be just as important. Every vehicle is equipped with some type of parking brake, often called the emergency brake. When an automatic transmission vehicle is in Park and the motor turned off, it… Continue reading Parking Brakes
Foot Pedals
Foot pedals (clutch, brake, accelerator) – how to use foot pedals properly Using a car, truck, or van can be very freeing, but only if the vehicle moves forward and stops when the driver wants. The foot pedals help drivers with this part of the process, making the clutch, brake, and accelerator essential elements of… Continue reading Foot Pedals
Fuel Gauge
Fuel Gauge No one wants to be stuck at the side of a deserted highway or to be late for an important meeting because of car trouble, especially for something as simple as running out of fuel. Every vehicle comes with a fuel gauge that can help drivers avoid situations like these. Although fuel gauges… Continue reading Fuel Gauge
Speedometer
Speedometer and Odometer The speedometer is a gauge that measure and displays the speed of a vehicle. The bigger numbers on the outside are in kilometers per hour and smaller numbers are in miles per hour. Every vehicle on the road comes with a speedometer. The speedometer and odometer are important components, and it is… Continue reading Speedometer
Other Dashboard Lights
Other Dashboard Warning Lights ALTERNATOR GAUGE The alternator on the vehicle keeps the car running. It uses the rotational power of the vehicle engine to generate electricity. It maintains a certain amount of voltage in order to keep the battery at sufficient charge while driving. When you start the engine, the car will automatically check… Continue reading Other Dashboard Lights
